For those of you who haven’t met Suzy Karadsheh from The Mediterranean Dish, you are in for a treat. She’s a really clever woman who has given up her high flying career to be a stay-at-home mom. I can’t remember how I stumbled upon her blog but I was instantly impressed by the quality of her recipes, her photography and quality of writing and engagement on her blog.

It didn’t take long before we were swapping comments and began a wonderful friendship. Recently when I said I wasn’t 100% up to par, Suzy wrote and offered to do a guest post for me. As you know, I don’t have many guest posts but everyone will be pleased with this recipe from Suzy. She’s a class act and I’m really glad we met. I love Moroccan Lamb Stew and here’s Suzy’s post.

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Ever met someone and felt a special connection right from the start? You couldn’t exactly figure out why you think you should be friends; you just know you will be!

I have been a follower of Maureen’s work and a reader of this blog for some months now. Maureen and I live seas apart. We have never met, nor talked by phone. All our communication has taken place through the internet–our blogs, social media, and a couple of e-mails. Yet, every interaction has been sincere and quite meaningful to me—as if between two old friends.

Maureen is that person I met unexpectedly and felt an instant connection with. And although we have not visited in person, in my mind’s eye, she is that friend with the honest voice, warm hugs, and contagious smile.

When Maureen said I could share a recipe here on Orgasmic Chef, I was ecstatic! Then, to be honest, I panicked, just a little. What will I make?! My mind went on and on with dizzying ideas. Then, I started to think about my good friend. I asked myself, “What would I make for Maureen, if she were to show up at dinner tonight?” I decided it would have to be something warm, hearty and flavor-packed; something neither too fussy nor formal. Something like today’s Moroccan lamb stew.

One of the things I appreciate most about today’s recipe is that it is a simple one-pot-wonder. Once you have everything in your pot, you put it in the oven and relax. And while the oven works its magic cooking that lamb to tender perfection, you just go and enjoy yourself with loved ones.

Doesn’t that sound nice?

Such little effort for a foolproof warm-your-heart dinner! I hope you enjoy it and share it with your loved ones soon! And thanks for having me here today! Here’s the recipe –